Outdoor Lighting

[animallover1999]

I was wondering if there was a safe way to use a heat light outside, or if anyone had any suggestions. Here’s the scenario:
I have three separate outdoor tortoise enclosures (2 for sulcatas & 1 for redfoots). The problem is that the sun doesn’t reach their enclosures this time of year. I would like to keep them outside because they are getting big. Are there any safe ways to put a heat light out there for them as a basking spot ?

 

[T Smart]

Hi,

Take a look at these threads by @Tom. I think this is what you're referring to.

https://tortoiseforum.org/threads/another-night-box-thread.88966/
https://tortoiseforum.org/threads/my-best-night-box-design-yet.66867/
https://tortoiseforum.org/threads/double-door-night-box.129054/

 

[Tom]

I was wondering if there was a safe way to use a heat light outside, or if anyone had any suggestions. Here’s the scenario:
I have three separate outdoor tortoise enclosures (2 for sulcatas & 1 for redfoots). The problem is that the sun doesn’t reach their enclosures this time of year. I would like to keep them outside because they are getting big. Are there any safe ways to put a heat light out there for them as a basking spot ?

Where are you?

 

[Violanna]

Wow Tom those boxes are amazing!! I’m definitely going to hit you up for ideas when we start our outdoor enclosure!!

 

[animallover1999]

Where are you?

South Florida

 

[Tom]

South Florida

I'd move the enclosures. Can you set up something temporary in a better area?